Museum Archive: Weedless Silverlake Minnow, 1/4oz Gold fishing spoon #12201

Weighing exactly 1/4oz (7g), the gold plating on this spoon is designed to catch light even in murky waters. Labeled with product code 12201, this Weedless Silverlake Minnow represents a piece of Pennsylvania fishing history, manufactured by Silverlake in Elizabethtown. The specimen measures 2 1/4" (5.5cm) and remains in its original blister pack, confirming its unused status. A single, integrated hook is protected by a sturdy metal weed guard, a hallmark of lures meant for dredging through lily pads or thick grass. The packaging mentions the "unique fish attracting action" and highlights its domestic production. Because this item is unused, the gold finish remains bright and clear of any surface marks. The card back includes the manufacturer's address and the barcode, alongside the identifier WMS-14G, which collectors often use to track specific color variations in the Silverlake catalog.